Shipping & Receiving

Avon Technologies plc; Cadillac (MI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Generous paid time off

Competitive Compensation Package

Learning and Development Opportunities

Bonus Plan

US Employee Stock Purchase Plan / UK S

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Supplemental plans

US Company-paid life and AD&D / UK Dea

Job summary

Avon Technologies plc in Cadillac, MI is seeking a Shipping/Receiving Material Handler to support daily receiving and shipping operations, learn other material handler duties, and ensure accurate movement and documentation of materials.

You will load/unload, verify goods, use X3, perform cycle counts, maintain stock locations, and operate forklifts and trucks as required. This role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and cross-training across the Materials function.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in all required Material Handler responsibilities.
• Ability to independently perform Receiving functions with minimal supervision.
• Experience with inventory transactions and basic inventory control processes.
• Ability to safely operate material‑handling equipment, including forklift & box truck.
• Ability and willingness to cross‑train and provide coverage in other Material Handler functions as business needs require.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately receive, move, stage, and put away materials.
• Ability to perform cycle counts and assist with identifying inventory discrepancies.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use required inventory and Materials systems.
• Ability to read and follow standard work, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize workload and respond to changing production and operational needs.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated reliability, flexibility, and willingness to support the overall Materials operation.
• Ability to obtain hi‑lo license.
• Ability to learn the computer systems and hand scanners
• Basic math skills are required.
• Must be able to lift 50 lb boxes repetitively
• Detail oriented
• Must be able to multitask
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent attendance is a must.
• Valid driver's license
• Must get and maintain a valid Chauffeur’s license

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day receiving activities independently and accurately.
• Load & unload trucks/ocean containers safely.
• Receive and verify incoming materials, quantities, and documentation.
• Complete required receiving and inventory transactions in X3.
• Identify and communicate shortages, damages, quantity discrepancies, or other receiving issues.
• Ensure received materials are put away promptly and in the correct stock locations.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient receiving area.
• Perform accurate inventory transactions in X3 using both the computer & scan gun.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory discrepancy research as needed.
• Follow FIFO requirements.
• Maintain accurate stock locations.
• Pull, stage, move, and put away materials as required.
• Maintain proficiency in all Material Handler tasks.
• Be trained and qualified to perform Kanban/material replenishment activities.
• Operate forklifts and drive the company truck as required.
• Provide coverage outside of Receiving when workload, vacations, absences, or business needs require it.
• Maintain material handling skills through periodic rotation or coverage assignments.
• Respond to material requests and changing production priorities.
• Follow established standard work and Materials processes.
• Participate in cross-training and continuous-improvement activities.
• Work flexibly across the Materials department to help maintain overall workflow and prevent areas from falling behind.
• Complete the required daily hi-lo/forklift safety checklist prior to operating equipment
• Preparing shipments for both domestic and international orders.
• Maintaining stock of non stock shipping supplies.
• Consolidating shipments to optimize shipping costs.
• Learn and develop proficiency in the DOW shipping process

Skills

Receiving

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Cycle counts

Cross-training

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Safety compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Sage X3

Hand scanners

Box truck operation

Job description

The Shipping/Receiving material handler is responsible for supporting the day-to-day Shipping/Receiving functions while learning and maintaining proficiency in all other material handler responsibilities. This position supports the accurate and efficient processing, movement, and documentation of both incoming and outgoing materials and shipments. This employee is expected to be cross-trained and willing to provide coverage across other Materials functions as workload and business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day receiving activities independently and accurately.
• Load & unload trucks/ocean containers safely.
• Receive and verify incoming materials, quantities, and documentation.
• Complete required receiving and inventory transactions in X3.
• Identify and communicate shortages, damages, quantity discrepancies, or other receiving issues.
• Ensure received materials are put away promptly and in the correct stock locations.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient receiving area.
• Perform accurate inventory transactions in X3 using both the computer & scan gun.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory discrepancy research as needed.
• Follow FIFO requirements.
• Maintain accurate stock locations.
• Pull, stage, move, and put away materials as required.
• Maintain proficiency in all Material Handler tasks.
• Be trained and qualified to perform Kanban/material replenishment activities.
• Operate forklifts and drive the company truck as required.
• Provide coverage outside of Receiving when workload, vacations, absences, or business needs require it.
• Maintain material handling skills through periodic rotation or coverage assignments.
• Respond to material requests and changing production priorities.
• Follow established standard work and Materials processes.
• Participate in cross-training and continuous-improvement activities.
• Work flexibly across the Materials department to help maintain overall workflow and prevent areas from falling behind.
• Complete the required daily hi-lo/forklift safety checklist prior to operating equipment
• Preparing shipments for both domestic and international orders.
• Maintaining stock of non stock shipping supplies.
• Consolidating shipments to optimize shipping costs.
• Learn and develop proficiency in the DOW shipping process

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated proficiency in all required Material Handler responsibilities.
• Ability to independently perform Receiving functions with minimal supervision.
• Experience with inventory transactions and basic inventory control processes.
• Ability to safely operate required material‑handling equipment, including forklift & box truck.
• Ability and willingness to cross‑train and provide coverage in other Material Handler functions as business needs require.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately receive, move, stage, and put away materials.
• Ability to perform cycle counts and assist with identifying inventory discrepancies.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use required inventory and Materials systems.
• Ability to read and follow standard work, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize workload and respond to changing production and operational needs.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated reliability, flexibility, and willingness to support the overall Materials operation.
• Ability to obtain hi‑lo license.
• Ability to learn the computer systems and hand scanners
• Basic math skills are required.
• Must be able to lift 50 lb boxes repetitively
• Detail oriented
• Must be able to multitask
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent attendance is a must.
• Valid driver's license
• Must get and maintain a valid Chauffeur’s license

We design and produce life-critical personal protection solutions for the world’s militaries and first responders. With a portfolio that includes Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (“CBRN”), protection. We do this through our two brands, Avon Technologies and Team Wendy. Our mission is to provide unparalleled protection for those who protect us, giving them the confidence to tackle challenging situations and helping them get home safe. At Avon Protection, we recognize that our success relies on the collective efforts of our talented team. As an organization, we welcome individuals who embody our #FIERCE company values - fearlessness, integrity, excellence, resilience, collaboration, and the ability to execute.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Flexible Schedule
• Generous paid time off
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Bonus Plan
• US Employee Stock Purchase Plan / UK Share Incentive Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Supplemental plans
• US Company-paid life and AD&D / UK Death in Service

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserved the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.

Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.

U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.

To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within Avon that may present access to export controlled technical data, Avon must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).

The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at Avon's sole election.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without a sponsorship for employment visa status (e.e. H1B status).

The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Cadillac is $54,350.00 annually. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, type and years of experience within the industry, education, etc.